After soaring to 13 runs the game before, Archer was a bit more limited in their matchup on Saturday. They fell just short of the Redan Raiders by a score of 3-2. The Tigers were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Raiders earlier this season, when they won 8-0.
Apollo Bailey put in work while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Bailey was also big at the plate, getting on base in four of his six plate appearances with one stolen base and one run.
In other batting news, Xavier Rodriguez was cooking despite his team's loss, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with one double and one RBI. Joshua Booker also deserves some recognition as he hit his first doubles of the season.
Archer has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 14-4 record this season. As for Redan, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won seven of their last eight games. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-7 record this season.
Archer will welcome Heritage at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Redan, they are taking a road trip to take on Salem at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
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